Angel of Death Named Moriarty

As the morning light crept in, Raven sat restlessly on Lucifer's couch. Though she had slept well, the details of the case had her on high alert. Raven stared at the ceiling allowing her mind to wander, focusing on the details she learned from the files she looked up to after Mrs. Jade's death. 

Reviewing the case files, two key facts stood out - Raven was the lead therapist assigned to all the victims, and each victim had possessed a golden Rolex watch. Raven pondered the significance of this shared detail - was the watch merely a coincidence, or could it hold deeper meaning as a potential clue or metaphor in the case?

The Rolex watch may symbolize the unsub's twisted view of accountability and discipline. This unsub could be punishing victims based on how they've lived their lives, assuming each victim comes from an abusive, self-centered background. The unsub may be targeting these victims through the self-destruction the victims have inflicted upon themselves.

The Rolex watch could also serve as a symbolic gift, representing the perpetrator's twisted perspective on the value of time. From the unsub's distorted viewpoint, the watch may signify how the victims have "wasted" or squandered the precious time of their lives, failing to live up to their full potential. The unsub may calculate that each victim's death is a form of retribution for this perceived waste of time and opportunity. The Rolex, with its associations of luxury and exclusivity, could reflect the unsub's own warped sense of the worth and scarcity of time itself.

A watch or Rolex, can be a window into a person's identity and values. By carefully choosing a timepiece that reflects their individuality, an individual can convey a sense of self-expression and confidence. For example, wearing a watch focused on sustainability or ethical sourcing can signal a commitment to environmental and social responsibility. Conversely, a watch with military or aviation influences can suggest a respect for discipline and precision. In the shadowy world of true crime investigations, the watch on the Victim's wrist may even hold clues to the Unsub's personality and motivations, adding a sickening tension lingering in the air to this case.

The victims were meticulously positioned in a kneeling, supplicant pose after their deaths, as if in prayer or desperate supplication. This ritualistic "preying" posture could suggest the Unsub harbored a twisted religious delusion, seeing themselves as a divine agent of judgment and retribution. Alternatively, the Unsub may have been attempting to portray themselves as a vengeful, self-appointed "angel of death," using the victims' final posture to communicate a perverse, self-aggrandizing message. Either way, the calculated staging of the bodies indicates a complex, possibly delusional psychological framework underlying the killings.

The unsub's meticulous behavior at the crime scenes indicates he would be an extremely obsessive-compulsive and organized offender. Each meticulously cleaned crime scene, from the first victim to Mrs. Jade's murder, demonstrates his penchant for extensive planning and attention to detail. Not a single corner was left untouched, and no forensic evidence was overlooked in his methodical efforts to cover his tracks. This level of compulsive, organized behavior clearly proves the unsub's significant experience in committing these types of heinous crimes over an extended period of time.

The lingering question that had Raven stumped was why this elusive unsub would target victims connected to her clients. Was it possible the unsub was leaving these victims as twisted "gifts" for Raven? Or was there an even more sinister motive at play - could the unsub be harboring a deranged obsession with Raven, and the killings a demented way of trying to get her attention? The mystery deepened with each new victim, leaving Raven desperate.

Raven's focus was disrupted from her intense mental concentration on the case when the overpowering scent of Lucifer's aftershave suddenly assaulted her senses. Irritated, she turned to him and remarked, "You should consider using a less pungent aftershave." Raven paused her train of thought as she sensed Lucifer drawing near

Lucifer, dressed in an impeccable Westwood tuxedo, his navy blue ensemble perfectly complementing the ocean-like hue of his eyes, wore an amused expression as he smoothly buttoned the cuff of his sleeve. "You seem as lively as ever in the morning, Detective," he said, his tone dripping with smug satisfaction despite Raven's evident irritation at his sudden presence. Raven's features were taut with alertness, her eyes gleaming with a concentrated intensity as she contemplated the case at hand, the tension palpable in every line of her body.

"Do you prefer coffee in the morning, Detective?" Lucifer inquired, his voice laced with a subtle amusement as he strode towards the lounging area where Raven sat. With a graceful flourish, he took a seat across from her, maintaining a respectable distance but exuding an air of unbothered confidence.

Lucifer crossed his legs, resting his ankle on his thigh in a gesture that spoke of a practiced nonchalance. Raven couldn't help but notice the way Lucifer's body language radiated a captivating blend of indifference and intrigue, as if he found these cases more a source of curious fascination than a mere professional obligation.

As Raven observed Lucifer, she detected a hint of nostalgic longing in the subtle tilt of his head, a barely perceptible echo of past adventures that piqued her own intellectual curiosity. Lucifer's smug demeanor and keen intellect never failed to both annoy and challenge Raven, fueling her determination to unravel this current case mystery. Raven's heterochromia eyes narrowed with frustration as she met Lucifer's confident gaze. "Lucifer, I need a different perspective on this case," she said, suppressing her annoyance at having to rely on his smug expertise. "Let's play the deduction game we did yesterday, but focus it solely on the unanswered questions. Maybe your arrogant perspective can provide the clue I'm missing to solve this case.

Lucifer chuckled with amusement at Raven's jab to his personality. "Not a morning person, I see," he said, the corners of his lips turning up in a playful smirk as he leaned back against the couch. Adopting a relaxed yet attentive posture, Lucifer raised his arm to rest along the sofa's backrest, his body language conveying both confidence and an eagerness to listen to every word Raven said. "Alright, Detective, I'm all ears. What's your question?

Raven straightened her posture, exuding an air of attentiveness and confidence as she posed her questions. Despite her relaxed demeanor, she took the time to ensure she was asking the right inquiries. "Given your criminal background and experience," Raven asked Lucifer, "why do you think a murderer would be targeting clients of a therapist?" Raven made this assumption based on their conversation in the evidence warehouse the previous afternoon.

Lucifer's eyebrow arched in a mix of shock and intrigue at Raven's perceptive question. "Your question tells me that each victim is one of your clients," he observed. "Considering you're both a therapist and a detective, that could make you a target for anyone, really." Lucifer's response reflected his extensive experience dealing with the most horrific types of individuals. Lucifer pauses briefly to consider Raven's question, momentarily disregarding Raven's potential annoyance at his accurate observation that the victims were her clients. "Based on my experience with criminals, there is often a perception of bias and emotional distance when it comes to therapists and law enforcement. Drug dealers, and even some rappers, may harbor resentment towards the police due to a perceived power complex. Being both a therapist and an officer could make one seem untrustworthy in many people's eyes."

Raven gave a curt nod, acknowledging the common perspective even among civilians without criminal histories. She knew a civilian could witness or hear about another's experience, leading them to share similar sentiments towards law enforcement. "That doesn't explain how the murderer is targeting my clients," Raven said, her brow furrowing in frustration.

Lucifer's lips curled into a self-assured smile, unperturbed by Raven's response. "No, but it does give us another angle to consider. Perhaps our murderer isn't targeting your clients because of who you're helping, but because you have something the killer desires," he said, his tone laced with confidence. Lucifer offered another perspective on why people might express hatred towards law enforcement. "Not all people who dislike law enforcement do so because of personal experience of an arrest. Sometimes, it's because the experience leaves them feeling unseen or unsafe. Detective, you may have the tools to understand what others couldn't see in our murderer." His words suggested the killer's motivations could be more complex than they first appeared.

Raven's eyes widened in surprise as Lucifer's open-minded perspective on the case gave her a fresh outlook. "If you're right, then that would suggest our murderer could also be one of my clients," Raven said with a wide, appreciative smile, acknowledging the value of Lucifer's insightful analysis, and providing a possible lead how the murderer may be aware of Raven's clients.